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Hi Mr.Rose im 19 turning 20 yeasrs old... I have been playing sports most of my life... that passion was football i was a 2006 captain for morristown high football in morristown, nj 07960... i have a big intrest in boxing want to get started asap... Q* Is my age a problem ill be 20 years in august...Q* and does guys that start boxing at a younger age have a big advantage over the guys that start at 19-20.....Q* and also how long does it take, to be on the top of your amatuer boxing game looking to turn pro..Thank you sir...06/30.2008
Anthoni,
You are not too old to start and you can be as good as anybody who came up from the juniors. The skills and the conditioning is not your biggest challenge as far as catching up. It is lack of ring experience. So it is important that you spar as much as possible once your trainer feels your ready for contact. I would get 15 novice fights before going open, which means you can fight top level amateurs. If you workout regular and have some natural talent you can be as good as experienced amateurs in 3 years. I would get at least 50 open fights before going pro if you can. Also go for a national golden gloves title or try to make the plympic team next go around. These events will boost your earning potential in the pros to another level.
good luck,
Jackson
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Jack Rose
Expertise
I can answer any questions related to boxing and training. I can help anyone prepare for professional or amateur bouts. My trainer/boss of 24 years is in the Golden Gloves Hall of Fame and trained the heavyweight champion of the world. Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Taylor, Billy Bridges, Frankie Randall just to name a few of the boxers who have passed thru the Southerns and/or trained at our gym.
Experience
I have been in the sport of boxing since 1984. I started as a boxer and advanced quickly. I was lucky enough to have some of the best sparring in the country with 3 top ten pros in my very gym. I am fortunate enough to live near one of the better boxing programs in the country. We have cultivated our facility into the largest Amateur Boxing Gym in the country. In the mid 90's I became a trainer for Golden Gloves. I train amateur and pro fighters. I have worked in many corners at USA and Golden Glove tournaments. I have worked corners in pro bouts on HBO and ESPN cards. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves and I trained under his tutelage.
Organizations
I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed to work pro bouts in several states.
Education/Credentials
College, Pro Licenses, USA Boxing Certified, Certified Judge/Referee, Certified Fitness Trainer
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